Careers
Help support the social and affordable housing sector by pursuing a career with one of the largest providers of services for homeless people or those at risk of homelessness in Melbourne’s north and west. We want to hear from you if you are looking for a career-enhancing role with a friendly and professional work environment where your contribution is valued.
Unison offers positions to individuals based on merit and where qualifications, experience, skills and abilities match the position requirements. Please send a current resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to apply for any advertised roles.
Unison is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Unison encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our workforce.
Unison staff benefits
- Access to $15,900 of tax-free salary packaging arrangements, which can add significant value to the earnings of eligible staff.
- Monthly RDO for eligible full-time staff.
- Five weeks of annual leave.
- 17.5% leave loading payment.
- Additional paid parental leave on top of Government entitlements.
- Learning and Development opportunities to ensure that you have the adequate skills to perform your current role, and the opportunity to enhance your work performance to meet your career direction.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Employment opportunities:
Casual IAP Workers
About Unison
Unison is a not-for-profit organisation that works to reduce disadvantage and social exclusion. We believe that affordable housing is the foundation on which to build a life of value but that a good life takes more than just housing. A good life takes place in a community. Unison also assists over 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness each year across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, Geelong and Werribee.
The role
Our Initial Assessment and Planning (IAP) Team make their impact by working directly with people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to support them into housing. As an IAP Worker, you’ll be helping people by providing them with access to crisis and transitional housing, support, rentals and financial assistance.
If you are someone who is an empathetic and calm communicator, resilient and who people tend to look to in a crisis, we’d love to hear from you. You are driven to help others and have an ability to look beyond challenging words and behaviours to get to the root of a problem in a way that leaves people feeling supported and listened after their experience with Unison.
We have multiple casual roles available between our Werribee and Seddon offices working approximately 2-3 days a week and covering leave when required. You may be looking for a casual role for more work-life balance or to allow time to pursue other passions or studying. If you hold a certificate in Community Services or a knowledge of the social housing sector we want to hear from you.
Apply now
We’d love to hear from you if you would like to know more about this position or our application process please reach out to the People Team at Unison for a confidential discussion at careers@unison.org.au or 0466 903 597. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by 26 January 2025.
Place Manager (Patch 1 & 5)
SCHADS Award Level 4.1 (Approx. $87k plus super and leave loading)
About Unison
Unison is a not-for-profit organisation that works to reduce disadvantage and social exclusion for over 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness each year. We believe that affordable housing is the foundation on which to build a life of value but that a good life takes more than just housing - a good life takes place in a community. We’re also committed to building a thriving community internally for the people that work with us. We’re proud to offer contemporary people programs and benefits in line with our values and are certified as a Great Place to Work.
The role
Our Place Managers oversee a portfolio of renters within a specific geographical patch and are the first point of call for everything relating to their Unison property, including their onboarding, rights and responsibilities, maintenance and inspection practices, and rent obligations.
You’ll be empathetic, resilient and highly skilled in building strong relationships with your renters, and responding to challenges when working with vulnerable people and in complex situations.
Knowledge and practice within social housing, residential tenancy or social work sectors will assist you to hit the ground running in this role which will be based at a primary office location but include frequent travel to visit your renters.
In return, you’ll have access to rostered days off, generous salary packaging, five weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, 15 days of personal leave, employer paid parental leave and robust wellbeing and capability programs as part of Unison’s commitment to being a leading employer of choice.
There are two roles available - One is based in Footscray (Patch 1) and one is based in the Melbourne head office (Patch 5).
Please find the Position Description below.
Apply now
We’d love to hear from you if you would like to know more about this position or our application process. Please reach out to the People Team at Unison for a confidential discussion at careers@unison.org.au or 0466 903 597. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by 19 January 2025.
Team Leader, Place Management (Patch 1)
SCHADS Award Level 6.1 (Approx. $106k plus super and leave loading)
About Unison
Unison is a not-for-profit organisation that works to reduce disadvantage and social exclusion for over 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness each year. We believe that affordable housing is the foundation on which to build a life of value but that a good life takes more than just housing - a good life takes place in a community. We’re also committed to building a thriving community internally for the people that work with us. We’re proud to offer contemporary people programs and benefits in line with our values and are certified as a Great Place to Work.
The role
The Team Leader, Place Management acts as a 2IC on the ground, leading their team of Place Managers to bring our high-quality tenancy services to life. You’ll do this by providing support, coaching and guidance, and sharing your knowledge of affordable housing, residential tenancy or social sectors across the team.
You’ll have enthusiasm and positivity for building an inclusive team culture, and you’ll also be a calm, pragmatic and resilient leader when responding to challenges when working with vulnerable people and complex situations. Although you will be based in our Footscray office, you will be overseeing a portfolio of renters within a specific geographical patch across Melbourne suburbs and therefore some travel will be involved as needed.
In return, you’ll have access to rostered days off, generous salary packaging, five weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, 15 days of personal leave, employer paid parental leave and robust wellbeing and capability programs as part of Unison’s commitment to being a leading employer of choice.
This role looks after 'Patch 1' and is based in Footscray.
Please find the Position Description below.
Apply now
We’d love to hear from you! If you would like to know more about this position or our application process. Please reach out to the People Team at Unison for a confidential discussion at careers@unison.org.au or 0466 903 597. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by 19 January 2025.
Supportive Housing Program Manager
SCHADS Award Level 6.3 (Approx. $111k plus super and leave loading)
About Unison
Unison is a not-for-profit organisation that works to reduce disadvantage and social exclusion for over 3,500 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness each year. We believe that affordable housing is the foundation on which to build a life of value but that a good life takes more than just housing - a good life takes place in a community. We’re also committed to building a thriving community internally for the people that work with us. We’re proud to offer contemporary people programs and benefits in line with our values and are certified as a Great Place to Work.
The role
Unison has created a new role to oversee the operational success of our supportive housing program located in Seddon. Our supportive housing partnerships are recognised for their Housing First approach and are leading the way to addressing Australia’s homelessness crisis.
The Supportive Housing Program Manager leads a team on site to deliver supportive housing to our renters. You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of services proactively and responsively, and with a skillset reflective of managing the complex needs of people transitioning from homelessness into a home at Unison. You’re passionate about creating trusting and collaborative relationships with renters, support partners and services.
You’ll also be a strong people leader who is calm, pragmatic and empathetic and you’ll have the full support of an experienced senior manager, a Housing First expert and committed peer group.
In return, you’ll have access to rostered days off, generous salary packaging, five weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, 15 days of personal leave, employer paid parental leave and robust wellbeing and capability programs as part of Unison’s commitment to being a leading employer of choice.
This is a full-time, ongoing role based at Seddon.
Please find the Position Description below.
Apply now
We’d love to hear from you! If you would like to know more about this position or our application process. Please reach out to the People Team at Unison for a confidential discussion at careers@unison.org.au or 0491 390 767. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by 19 January 2025.